Natalie Sue is a bicultural Persian British Canadian writer. Until recently, she worked in criminal justice. She lives in Calgary with her husband, daughter, and dog.
Let's Not Go Overboard Here (2026) Erica Hendry "This read felt like overhearing the gossip of your favourite reality show about terrible people (in the best way!). It's truly funny and emotional. I loved following Melanie (and the group chat) through the compelling mystery that kept me guessing until the end."
Good Joy, Bad Joy (2026) Mikki Brammer "Good Joy, Bad Joy is a book that everyone should read. A beautifully reflective story of lifelong friendship, legacy, and what it truly means to lead a 'good' life. I adored the colorful cast of characters, and watching Joy come of age-to her nineties! This was a deep, life affirming and entertaining experience full of hijinks, tender insights, and a reminder that it's never too late to redefine your life."
The Scoop (2026) Erin Van Der Meer "A darkly funny satirical peek into the world of late-night tabloid journalism and the chaos of our times. With explorations on grief, ambition, and privilege in the media industry, [The Scoop] quickly becomes tough to look away from."
Annie Knows Everything (2026) Rachel Wood "This was such a delightful read! It's a smart, funny, and heartwarming tech-world romance, with some of the best banter I've seen. I fell in love with the quirky cast of characters . . . and the chemistry was sizzling! Rachel Wood is a new favorite."
Is This a Cry for Help? (2026) Emily Austin "Austin has a gift for creating characters so real with insights so uniquely personal that they live in my heart long after the final page."
When the Music Hits (2025) Amber Oliver "Wholly immersive with expertly doled insight . . . Readers will root for Billie as she navigates her job at Lit with determination in an uphill battle to make it while staying true to herself."
Jane and Dan at the End of the World (2025) Colleen Oakley "Date Night meets Anxious People. One of the most enjoyable reading experiences I've had this year. Oakley has a gift for getting her characters into impossible situations...and then making things worse. I was gasping along with Jane and Dan with each new reveal in this hilarious, charming, and completely immersive romp."
Definitely Better Now (2024) Ava Robinson "Tender, heartfelt, and all too real (in the best way!). Robinson writes with a comforting lightness, and it was immensely satisfying to follow Emma as she learned to open her heart to all the beautiful imperfections that life has to offer."
Drop Dead Sisters (2024) (Finch Sisters , book 1) Amelia Diane Coombs "Not only is this mystery packed full of hilarious hijinks and incredible, entertaining twists, it's also a heartwarming exploration of the unique and often complex relationships that can only form between sisters. I loved it!"
You Will Never Be Me (2024) Jesse Q Sutanto "This book gripped me from the first page and never let up. Incredibly smart, entertaining, twisty, and darkly humorous. It shines a light on the pressures of motherhood, influencer culture, and the lengths some may go to for their children...and their follower count. I absolutely loved it."
